A special night of soulful music comes to the Willson Auditorium this month. Known to his fans and the music community as the “King of Strings,” Carvin Jones is set to perform on Monday, June 19th at 7:30pm. The explosive blues artist astounds crowds with his raw talent and charisma. Doors at 7pm.
Jones’ remarkable energy, showmanship and guitar ability have made him a favorite of music fans and fellow musicians alike all over the world. He has played 37 countries on three continents, well received by critics and fans alike. He and his band currently average around 330 live performances a year.
The veteran blues artist has received numerous accolades, not only for his talent but for his support of our troops and the elderly. He has performed for military events, at military bases, and even in Iraq and Kuwait for troops stationed there. He has delivered groceries and necessities to the elderly during the recent pandemic, even receiving the “Pay It Forward” award from a Phoenix news station and was named one of the 48 most influential people in Maricopa County.
Fellow musician Eric Clapton said, “Carvin Jones is a young cat out of Phoenix who I think is the next up-and-coming blues player.” Guitarist Magazine voted him one of the 50 greatest blues guitarists of all time, while London Surrey News called Jones “one of the best guitarists in the world.”
General admission tickets for Carvin Jones are $25 in advance, and at the door as availability allows. VIP tickets also available for purchase. Visit www.carvinjones.com for access to online ticketing. •